The hidden Vico Macelli in the center of Sestri Levante

Il nascosto Vico Macelli nel centro di Sestri Levante

The hidden Vico Macelli in the center of Sestri Levante.
In the heart of the historic center of Sestri Levante, between the narrow streets and the ancient walls, lies the charming Vico Macelli. This small alley, often overlooked by tourists, hides a rich history and a unique charm that deserves to be discovered.
Vico Macelli takes its name from the old slaughterhouses that once stood in this area. Walking through the alley, you can almost hear the echoes of the activities of the past, when the butchers worked tirelessly to provide fresh meat to the inhabitants of the village. Today, the ancient structures have been transformed, but still retain traces of their past, visible in the stones and architecture that tell stories of a distant era.
Despite its central location, Vico Macelli offers an oasis of tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of the main streets. The stone houses, with their flower-filled balconies and colorful shutters, create a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. It is the ideal place for a slow walk, where every corner can reveal a surprise, such as a small hidden garden or an ancient fountain.
The alley is also a point of reference for art lovers. Near Vico Macelli there is a space dedicated to the painter Dina Bellotti, who has left a significant mark on the local culture. Her works, exhibited in various points of the village, add an artistic touch that further enriches the experience of those who visit this area.
Visiting Vico Macelli means immersing yourself in the authenticity of Sestri Levante. It is a place where time seems to have stopped, allowing visitors to live a genuine and profound experience. Whether you are a history buff, an art lover or simply looking for a quiet corner, Vico Macelli will win you over with its discreet charm and timeless beauty.

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Il nascosto Vico Macelli nel centro di Sestri Levante

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Where is the alley located:

The hidden Vico Macelli in the center of Sestri Levante – Le Vico Macelli caché au centre de Sestri Levante – El Vico Macelli escondido en el centro de Sestri LevanteO Vico Macelli escondido no centro de Sestri Levante – Das versteckte Vico Macelli im Zentrum von Sestri Levante – Vico Macelli ẩn giấu ở trung tâm Sestri Levante

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A beautiful villa in Corso Buenos Aires in Lavagna

Una bella villa in Corso Buenos Aires a Lavagna

A beautiful villa in Corso Buenos Aires in Lavagna.
Corso Buenos Aires, in Lavagna, is that long tree-lined avenue that goes from the center to Entella and Chiavari.
It hosts the most beautiful houses and villas in the Tigullian city.
Like this beautiful building, whose name I don't know, however.
In the next few months I will post many others that I have recently photographed.

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Una bella villa in Corso Buenos Aires a Lavagna

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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A beautiful villa in Corso Buenos Aires in Lavagna – Une belle villa à Corso Buenos Aires à Lavagna – Una hermosa villa en Corso Buenos Aires en Lavagna – Uma bela vila no Corso Buenos Aires em Lavagna – Eine wunderschöne Villa im Corso Buenos Aires in Lavagna – Một biệt thự xinh đẹp ở Corso Buenos Aires ở Lavagna – 位于拉瓦尼亚布宜诺斯艾利斯大街的一栋美丽别墅 – ラヴァーニャのブエノスアイレス通りにある美しいヴィラ

The sbatacchio arches in the village of Vernazza

Gli archi di sbatacchio tra le case nel borgo di Vernazza alle Cinque Terre

The sbatacchio arches between the houses in the village of Vernazza in the Cinque Terre.
Walking through the Ligurian villages you often see these architectural structures that connect the houses in the alleys.
These arches, called sbatacchio arches, are elements built to increase the stability of the buildings especially when the distance between the walls is small (and in Liguria it is almost a constant).

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

The slamming arches between the houses in the village of Vernazza in the Cinque Terre – Les arches cliquetantes entre les maisons du village de Vernazza dans les Cinque Terre – Los arcos ruidosos entre las casas en el pueblo de Vernazza en Cinque Terre – Os arcos ruidosos entre as casas da aldeia de Vernazza, em Cinque Terre – Die klappernden Bögen zwischen den Häusern im Dorf Vernazza in den Cinque Terre – Những mái vòm lạch cạch giữa những ngôi nhà ở làng Vernazza ở Cinque Terre

Commercial activities in the alleyway in Sestri Levante

Alcune attività commerciali in caruggio a Sestri Levante

Some commercial activities in the caruggio in Sestri Levante.
The part closest to the sea of ​​the Sestrese caruggio hosts a myriad of commercial activities aimed at satisfying tourists: restaurants, bars, ice cream parlors, all of which work very hard when visitors fill our town.

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Alcune attività commerciali in caruggio a Sestri Levante

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

Some commercial activities in the alleyway in Sestri Levante – Quelques activités commerciales dans la ruelle de Sestri Levante – Algunas actividades comerciales en el callejón de Sestri Levante – Algumas atividades comerciais no beco de Sestri Levante – Einige kommerzielle Aktivitäten in der Gasse in Sestri Levante – Một số hoạt động thương mại trong con hẻm ở Sestri Levante

The pebbles in the churchyard of the church of Mattarana

I risseu del sagrato della chiesa di Mattarana

The pebbles in the churchyard of the church of Mattarana.
I always really like risseu, that particular decorative art that consists of placing river or sea pebbles (almost always black and white) to create a design.
In this case it is the decoration of the churchyard of the church of San Giovanni Battista in the small village of Mattarana in the province of La Spezia.

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I risseu del sagrato della chiesa di Mattarana

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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Here is where the churchyard is located:

The brawls in the churchyard of Mattarana – Les bagarres dans le cimetière de Mattarana – Las peleas en el cementerio de Mattarana – As brigas no cemitério de Mattarana – Die Schlägereien auf dem Kirchhof von Mattarana – Những cuộc ẩu đả trong sân nhà thờ Mattarana – 马塔拉纳教堂墓地的斗殴事件 – マッタラナの教会の庭で乱闘

Where Via Palestro meets Caruggio in Sestri Levante

Dove via Palestro incontra il Caruggio a Sestri Levante

Where via Palestro meets the Caruggio in Sestri Levante.
Last winter I managed to take some photos in a rather deserted Sestri and I took the opportunity to take many shots in the historic center.
This is the point where via Palestro, the small street that leads to the Bay of Silence, meets via XXV Aprile, the Sestrese caruggio.

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Dove via Palestro incontra il Caruggio a Sestri Levante

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

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Where the Palestro road meets the caruggio in Sestri Levante – Là où la route de Palestro rencontre la ruelle de Sestri Levante – Donde la carretera de Palestro se encuentra con el callejón en Sestri Levante – Onde a estrada Palestro encontra o beco em Sestri Levante – Wo die Palestro-Straße auf die Gasse in Sestri Levante trifft – Nơi đường Palestro gặp con hẻm ở Sestri Levante – 帕莱斯特罗路与塞斯特里莱万特小巷的交汇处 – セストリ レバンテのパレストロ道路と路地が交わる場所

A beautiful villa with sea view in Pieve Ligure

Una bella villa con vista mare a Pieve Ligure

A beautiful villa with sea view in Pieve Ligure.
Some time ago, when for personal reasons I traveled many times on my scooter along the Aurelia road from Genoa to my Sestri Levante, I took many photos of the places along the road.
As in this case I found this beautiful villa, which overlooks the sea in one of the most beautiful spots of the whole road.
I really liked the decoration of the facade.

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Una bella villa con vista mare a Pieve Ligure

Una bella villa con vista mare a Pieve Ligure

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Tamron 16-300.

Where exactly is this villa located:

A beautiful villa with sea view in Pieve Ligure – Une belle villa avec vue mer à Pieve Ligure – Una hermosa villa con vista al mar en Pieve Ligure – Uma bela vila com vista para o mar em Pieve Ligure – Eine wunderschöne Villa mit Meerblick in Pieve Ligure – Một biệt thự đẹp nhìn ra biển ở Pieve Ligure – 皮耶韦利古雷美丽的海景别墅 – ピエーヴェ リーグレの海の景色を望む美しいヴィラ

A glimpse of the seaside village of Boccadasse

Uno scorcio del borgo marinaro di Boccadasse a Genova

A glimpse of the seaside village of Boccadasse in Genoa.
Boccadasse is a charming seaside village located in Genoa, known for its pastel-colored houses and its quiet and romantic atmosphere. This small neighborhood, which seems to have come out of a postcard, is characterized by narrow streets, stairways and a small pebble beach where fishermen spread their nets in the sun³.

What to see and do in Boccadasse:
The church of Sant’Antonio da Padova: built by fishermen in the 17th century, this church is a place of worship much loved by the inhabitants of the village. Inside, you can admire marble floors of different colors and numerous ex votos that tell stories of rescues at sea³.
The small beach of Boccadasse: a small pebble beach where you can relax and enjoy the view of the fishermen's boats and the colorful houses overlooking the sea³.
The Türcke Castle: located in Capo Santa Chiara, this medieval-style castle, designed by architect Gino Coppedè in 1903, offers a spectacular view of the Golfo Paradiso and Portofino⁴.
Ice cream parlors and restaurants: Boccadasse is also famous for its artisanal ice cream parlors and seafood restaurants. It is the ideal place to enjoy an ice cream or a plate of fresh fish while admiring the view⁴.
The Corso Italia promenade: a long promenade that connects Boccadasse to the center of Genoa, perfect for a relaxing stroll overlooking the sea⁴.

The name “Boccadasse” comes from the shape of the inlet on which it stands, which resembles a “donkey’s mouth”⁴. The village is also known as the “village of lovers” for its romantic atmosphere and breathtaking views³.

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Uno scorcio del borgo marinaro di Boccadasse a Genova

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All the photos I took in the village, during different visits, are here:
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Where is the village located:

Boccadasse (Boca d’azë or Bocadâze in Genoese) is an ancient seaside village in the city of Genoa, which is part of the Albaro district. In the current administrative division of the municipality of Genoa it is therefore included in the Municipio VIII – Medio Levante, which in addition to Albaro also includes the Foce and San Martino districts.
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A glimpse of the seaside village of Boccadasse in Genoa – Un aperçu du village balnéaire de Boccadasse à Gênes – Un vistazo al pueblo costero de Boccadasse en Génova – Um vislumbre da aldeia costeira de Boccadasse, em Génova – Ein Blick auf das Küstendorf Boccadasse in Genua – Một cái nhìn thoáng qua về ngôi làng ven biển Boccadasse ở Genoa

³: [Discover Genoa](https://discovergenoa.com/boccadasse-genoa/)
⁴: [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boccadasse)

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The Bay of Silence on February 29, 2024

La Baia del Silenzio il 29 febbraio 2024

The Bay of Silence on February 29, 2024.
Last winter I was at home and I took the opportunity to, as they say, put hay in the barn for the months when I will be on the ship.
This was the bay of Portobello, known by all as the Bay of Silence, the renowned beach of my Sestri Levante.

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La Baia del Silenzio il 29 febbraio 2024

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 24-50.

The Bay of Silence on February 29, 2024 – La Baie du Silence le 29 février 2024 – La Bahía del Silencio el 29 de febrero de 2024 – A Baía do Silêncio em 29 de fevereiro de 2024 – Die Bucht der Stille am 29. Februar 2024 – Vịnh Im Lặng vào ngày 29 tháng 2 năm 2024 – 2024 年 2 月 29 日沉默湾 – 2024 年 2 月 29 日の静寂の湾

The coast of Pieve Ligure between the Demola and Chiappa ports

La costa di Pieve Ligure tra gli scali Demola e Chiappa

The coast of Pieve Ligure between the Demola and Chiappa docks.
Pieve Ligure, located on the beautiful Ligurian Riviera, is a little gem that offers breathtaking views and a peaceful atmosphere. Among the most fascinating points of its coast are the Demola and Chiappa docks, two places that embody the natural beauty and maritime tradition of the region.
Scalo Demola is one of the natural squares carved out of the rocks, historically used for boat storage. This place has become a popular destination for bathers during the summer, thanks to its sheltered position and the tranquility it offers. Here, the noise of the road is replaced by the gentle sound of the waves crashing on the rocks¹.
Not far away, Scalo Chiappa offers a similar experience, with an equally serene atmosphere and spectacular views. This dock is known for being one of the meeting points for cultural events and outdoor shows, such as the renowned “Scali a Mare Art Festival”². During the festival, the docks are transformed into natural theatres where theatrical performances and artistic performances take place at sunset².

The coast between the Demola and Chiappa ports is characterised by jagged cliffs and crystal-clear waters, ideal for those who love the sea and nature. The traditional Ligurian creuze, narrow paths that lead to the ports, offer panoramic views of the Golfo Paradiso, making every walk an unforgettable experience¹.
The ports are not only places of natural beauty, but also of great cultural importance. During the summer, the ports host events that celebrate local culture, attracting visitors and residents. These events are an opportunity to discover the rich maritime tradition of Pieve Ligure and to enjoy unique shows in an extraordinary natural setting².
The coast of Pieve Ligure between the Demola and Chiappa ports is a place where nature and culture meet, offering a unique and fascinating experience. Whether it's a relaxing day at the beach or an evening of open-air shows, this part of the Ligurian Riviera never disappoints.

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La costa di Pieve Ligure tra gli scali Demola e Chiappa

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Here's where this part of the coast is located:

The coast of Pieve Ligure between the rocks called scalo Demola and Chiappa – La côte de Pieve Ligure entre les rochers appelés Scalo Demola et Chiappa – La costa de Pieve Ligure entre las rocas llamadas Scalo Demola y Chiappa – A costa de Pieve Ligure entre as rochas chamadas Scalo Demola e Chiappa – Die Küste von Pieve Ligure zwischen den Felsen Scalo Demola und Chiappa – Bờ biển Pieve Ligure giữa những tảng đá có tên Scalo Demola và Chiappa

¹: [Genova Today – Scali a Mare Art Festival](https://www.genovatoday.it/eventi/scali-mare-pieve-ligure-art-festival-2024.html)
²: [Liguria Notizie – Scali a Mare di Pieve Ligure](https://www.ligurianotizie.it/scali-a-mare-di-pieve-ligure-filippo-capobianco-in-scena-l8-agosto/2024/08/05/584023/)

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